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Integument Test

Total questions: 170

Worksheet time: 4hrs 57mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Structure Labeled #2 is

a)

hair shaft

b)

hair follicle

c)

hair root

d)

sweat gland

2.
Structure labeled #6 is 
a)
sebaceous gland
b)
sweat gland
c)
hair follicle
d)
adipose tissue
3.
Structure labeled #3 is the
a)
sweat gland
b)
sebaceous gland
c)
 blood vessel 
d)
nerve
4.
Structure labeled A is 
a)
epidermis 
b)
hypodermis
c)
dermis
d)
subcutaneous 
5.
Structure Labeled B is the 
a)
hypodermis
b)
dermis
c)
epidermis
d)
adipose 
6.
Structure layered C is
a)
epidermis
b)
dermis
c)
hypodermis
d)
melanin
7.
Structure Labeled #5 is a
a)
nerve
b)
blood vessel
c)
pore
d)
sweat gland
8.
Sebum is made in which structure of the skin?
a)
sweat gland
b)
sebaceous gland
c)
hair follicle
d)
hair shaft
9.
Protein that makes up  hair, nails, and epidermis of the skin
a)
synovial fluid
b)
subcutaneous tissue
c)
keratin
d)
sweat
10.

Oil glands that empties into a hair follicle are called

a)

endocrine glands

b)

sebaceous glands

c)

sebum

d)

sweat glands

11.
Product of sebaceous glands, mixture of oily substances, helps keep the skin soft, moist, and flexible
a)
sebum
b)
matrix
c)
sweat
d)
basal
12.
The part of hair that projects from the surface of the scalp or skin and covers the body  is called
a)
 hair shaft
b)
hair follicle
c)
hair cuticle
d)
hair root
13.
"Goosebumps" are caused by contractions of the 
a)
neurons
b)
arrector pili muscle
c)
sweat glands
d)
blood vessels
14.
Hair and skin  color is due to the pigment known as 
a)
kertin
b)
hemoglobin
c)
melanin
d)
carotene
15.
Which vitamin is made by the skin after sun exposure?
a)
A
b)
E
c)
K
d)
D
16.
The most superficial layer of skin that is mostly dead and rapidly shed is the 
a)
epidermis
b)
dermis
c)
subcutaneous tissue or hypodermis
17.
The layer of skin that contains most of the living structures including the sebaceous and sweat glands.
a)
epidermis
b)
dermis
c)
hypodermis
18.
What protein makes our epidermis tough and "waterproof"?
a)
keratin
b)
carotene
c)
melanin
d)
mucus
19.
Where is the dermis located?
a)
Most superficial layer  of the skin
b)
 Inferior to the epidermis
c)
Deepest layer of skin
d)
Superior to the epidermis
20.

What is the purpose of the skin?

a)

protection from infection, mechanical, and thermal damage

b)

body temperature regulation

c)

excretion of salts and water

d)

all answers are correct

21.
Liposuction removes the layer of fat from which layer of skin?
a)
epidermis
b)
dermis
c)
hypodermis
d)
epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis
22.
Layers of skin from superficial to deep
a)
epidermis, dermis, hypodermis
b)
hypodermis, epidermis, dermis
c)
dermis, epidermis, hypodermis
d)
epidermis, hypodermis, dermis
23.
The major tissue that makes up the the hypodermis is adipose tissue which is which type of tissue?
a)
muscle tissue
b)
skeletal tissue
c)
connective tissue
d)
nervous tissue
24.
For a tattoo to be permanent and stay in place, the ink must be injected into which layer of skin? 
a)
epidermis
b)
dermis
c)
hypodermis
d)
subcutaneous tissue
25.
What is the #1 risk factor for developing skin cancer?  
a)
family history
b)
overexposure to ultraviolet radiation from sunlight
c)
high-fat diet
d)
lack of exercise
26.
A person should see a dermatologist if a mole or spot on their skin
a)
is asymmetrical
b)
has uneven borders (edges)
c)
is larger than a pencil eraser, especially if it is growing
d)
all of these reasons
27.
The substance produced by the skin that helps to prevent skin cancer by blocking UV rays from damaging DNA and gives skin its color is
a)
sebum
b)
adipose
c)
keratin
d)
melanin
28.
Function of adipose tissue includes
a)
long term energy storage
b)
protection as a cushion and shock absorber
c)
make proteins
d)
long term energy storage and protection as a cushion and shock absorber
29.
This type of muscle tissue is found in the walls of hollow organs such as the stomach, and blood vessels 
a)
Skeletal
b)
Cardiac
c)
Smooth
d)
All of the above
30.
This type of muscle tissue is attached to bones and helps control voluntary movement
a)
Skeletal
b)
Cardiac
c)
Smooth
d)
All of the above
31.
Muscle tissue that is involuntary
a)
cardiac muscle only
b)
skeletal muscle only
c)
smooth muscle only
d)
cardiac and smooth muscle
32.

What type of muscle tissue is shown?

a)

smooth

b)

skeletal

c)

cardiac

d)

skin

33.
This type of tissue lines the internal organs and covers the outside of the body as  skin
a)
epithelial
b)
connective
c)
muscular
d)
nervous
34.

This type of tissue includes cartilage, blood, bone and adipose tissue

a)

epithelial

b)

connective

c)

muscular

d)

nervous

35.

Epithelial tissue is

a)

Bone, cartilage,dense connective tissue, loose connective tissue, and blood

b)

Contracts or shortens to produce movement

c)

Lining and covering tissue of the body such as skin

36.
Nervous tissue
a)
Tissue that is responsible for lining and covering 
b)
Tissue responsible for protecting, supporting, and binding together other body tissues
c)
Tissues that contracts and shortens to produce movement
d)
Tissue that receives and conducts electrochemical impulses from one part of the body to another
37.
This type of muscle tissue is found only in the heart
a)
Skeletal
b)
Cardiac
c)
Smooth
38.

Which of the following is a type of muscle tissue

a)

Skeletal

b)

Cardiac

c)

Smooth

d)

All of the answers

39.
What is also known as a nerve cell?
a)
neuron
b)
sensory nerves
c)
dendrites
d)
toes
40.
What do neuroglia do?
a)
Release neurotransmitters
b)
Support and nourish neurons
c)
Release calcium to activate neurons
d)
Absorb nutrients from neurons
41.
Involuntary type(s) of muscle tissue
a)
skeletal
b)
cardiac
c)
smooth
d)
smooth and cardiac
42.
Which muscle type(s) is voluntary?
a)
Skeletal
b)
Smooth
c)
Cardiac
d)
Smooth and Cardiac
43.
Spindle shaped muscle cell that is involuntary
a)
cardiac
b)
smooth
c)
skeletal
d)
cardiac, skeletal, and smooth
44.

Blood and adipose tissue is an example of what type of tissue?

a)

muscle

b)

epithelial

c)

nervous

d)

connective

45.
Which is NOT a Function of Connective Tissue?
a)
provide structure and support
b)
stores nutrients such as energy
c)
provide cushion/protection
d)
provides movement
46.
Since epithelial tissue lines or covers organs of the body which statement is true
a)
the epithelial cells rapidly grow and are replaced
b)
epithelial cells are slow growing and rarely shed.
47.

Which of the following is a function of epithelial tissue

a)

protection

b)

excretion

c)

filtration

d)

protection, excretion, and filtration are all functions

48.

Which of the following is NOT a function of connective tissue

a)

protection

b)

support

c)

stores nutrients

d)

cushions organs

e)

secretion

49.

Which is the correct order of levels of organization of living things from simple to complex

a)

cell, organ, tissue, organ system, organism

b)

cell, organ system, organism, organ, tissue

c)

organism, organ system, organ, tissue, cell

d)

cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism

50.

Which are characteristics of cancer cells (check all that apply)

a)

mitosis is rapid and out of control

b)

they often spread to other parts of the body by metastasis

c)

they crowd out normal cells and compete for nutrients

d)

they are benign

51.

"melano" means

a)

tan pigment

b)

reddish pigment

c)

no pigment

d)

black pigment

52.

"oma" means

a)

cancer

b)

normal

c)

malignant

d)

tumor

53.

-"itis" means

a)

inflammation

b)

cancer

c)

malignant

d)

innocuous

54.

"-epi" means

a)

below or under

b)

on or upon

c)

to the side

d)

in the middle

55.

"hypo-" means

a)

below or under

b)

on or upon

c)

in the middle

d)

to the side

56.

"derm" refers to

a)

muscles

b)

bones

c)

skin

d)

digestive

57.

"ex" refers to

a)

in

b)

out

c)

on

d)

below

58.

"-crine" means

a)

secrete

b)

filter

c)

absorb

d)

protect

59.

The study of tissue is

a)

cytology

b)

biology

c)

histology

d)

myology

60.

A carcinoma is

a)

inflammation of skin

b)

cancerous tumor

c)

melanocyte

d)

begnign

61.

The functions of the skin include all of these except __________________.

a)

taking in nutrients

b)

preventing the entry of microorganisms

c)

retarding water loss

d)

regulating body temperature

62.

The protective dead layer of cells of the outer epidermis is called the _______________.

a)

stratum corneum

b)

stratum granulosum

c)

stratum spinosum

d)

stratum basale

63.

Melanocytes lie within the _________________ of the skin.

a)

stratum corneum and top layers

b)

deepest dermis

c)

stratum spinosum and stratum lucidum

d)

stratum basale and upper dermis

64.

Adipose tissue is most abundant in the ________________ layer of the skin.

a)

epidermal

b)

dermal

c)

subcutaneous

d)

transdermal

65.

Hairs arise from which layer of the skin?

a)

dermis

b)

stratum basale of the epidermis

c)

subcutaneous layer

d)

connective tissue

66.

Heat loss occurs from the body by each of these methods except __________________.

a)

evaporation

b)

convection

c)

cellular respiration

d)

radiation

67.

Which statement is true about tans and tanning?

a)

Sunning for the purpose of tanning produces healthier skin.

b)

A tan indicates sun damage to the skin.

c)

Tans last even if the skin is not exposed to the sun for months.

d)

Tanning promotes skin with a more youthful appearance.

68.

A(n) _________________ is the transplanting of one's own skin from an unburned region of the body to a burned area.

a)

autograft

b)

homograft

c)

holograft

d)

zenograft

69.

What is one important function for melanin?

a)

cause the skin to be cooler

b)

increase the amount of blood vessels

c)

strengthen the skin or eyes

d)

absorb harmful radiation

70.

The pigment _____ found in vegetables can impart a yellow or orange color to the skin.

a)

melanin

b)

retinene

c)

carotene

d)

bilirubin

71.

The epidermal ridges or fingerprints are probably caused by the _____.

a)

genes in the epidermis

b)

dermal papillae

c)

smooth muscle in dermis

d)

amount of keratin in cells

72.

The strength of the dermis would mainly be due to _____.

a)

the amount of blood vessels

b)

the distribution of elastic fibers

c)

the presence of collagen fibers

d)

the thickness of the layers

73.

The part of the hair below the surface of the skin is called the _____.

a)

follicle

b)

root

c)

base

d)

shaft

74.

What is the medical term for male pattern baldness?

a)

alopecia

b)

alopecia areata

c)

androgenic alopecia

d)

acne vulgaris

75.

The _____ is the thick white area of the nail that reflects the rapid growth of the cells below it.

a)

nail bed

b)

nail root

c)

lacuna

d)

lunula

76.

The skin is called the _____ membrane.

a)

epithelial

b)

serous

c)

synovial

d)

cutaneous

77.

Which type of membrane is found around the abdominal organs?

a)

mucous

b)

serous

c)

epithelial

d)

cutaneous

78.

The _____ separates the epidermis from the dermis.

a)

epithelial cells

b)

presence of adipose

c)

basement membrane

d)

subcutaneous layer

79.

The youngest cells would be found in the stratum _____.

a)

corneum

b)

basale

c)

spinosum

d)

granulosum

80.

Where is the greatest amount of keratin found?

a)

dermis

b)

stratum basale

c)

stratum corneum

d)

stratum spinosum

81.

Calluses are thickened areas that are formed in response to a/an _____.

a)

lack of blood flow

b)

increase in friction pressure

c)

increase in abnormal mitoses

d)

increase in blood flow

82.

The following terms belong together except which one?

a)

bedsore

b)

necrosis

c)

decubitus ulcer

d)

pressure ulcer

83.

The pigment producing melanocytes are found in the _____ layer.

a)

spinosum

b)

granulosum

c)

basale

d)

corneum

84.

What is the major factor that protects skin from the damaging effects of sunlight?

a)

moisture in the skin

b)

the thickness of the stratum corneum

c)

the presence of melanin

d)

active mitosis

85.

Skin cancer most likely arises from which type cells?

a)

dermal

b)

melanocytes

c)

epithelial cells

d)

stratum corneum cells

86.

The _____ structures are associated with detecting deep pressure within the skin.

a)

Meissner corpuscles

b)

free nerve endings

c)

Pacinian corpuscles

d)

motor nerve fibers

87.

Most of the sensory fibers and structures are located in the _____ region.

a)

dermis

b)

subcutaneous

c)

epidermis

d)

stratum basale

88.

Meissner corpuscles respond to a stimulus of ________.

a)

pressure

b)

heat

c)

light tough

d)

cold objects

89.

The subcutaneous layer can also be referred to as the _____.

a)

dermis

b)

epidermis

c)

stratum malphigii

d)

hypodermis

90.

The presence of _____ is an indication of being in the hypodermis.

a)

melanin

b)

keratin

c)

adipose

d)

blood vessels

91.

The main tissue in the dermis is _____.

a)

dense connective

b)

stratified squamous epithelium

c)

smooth muscle

d)

loose connective tissue

92.

What is the main factor in preserving body heat?

a)

the thickness of the epidermis

b)

the presence of adipose

c)

skin moisture

d)

adequate dermal blood vessels

93.

A group of cells that surrounds the developing hair is called the _____.

a)

shaft

b)

follicle

c)

root

d)

cuticle

94.

The darkness of hair is due mainly due to _____.

a)

the density of the shaft

b)

melanin concentration

c)

lack of air gaps

d)

keratin distribution

95.

The color of red hair is due to _____.

a)

trichosiderin

b)

melanin

c)

keratin

d)

lack of melanin

96.

Goose bumps in the skin are caused by contraction of the _____ in response to cold or emotions.

a)

skeletal muscles below

b)

arrector pili muscles

c)

dermal papillae

d)

sebaceous glands

97.

Hair and fingernails are derived from the _____ cells.

a)

subcutaneous

b)

dermal papillary

c)

epidermal

d)

keratin

98.

The greatest source of body heat is through _____.

a)

the hypothalamus

b)

prevention of sweating

c)

constriction of blood vessels

d)

contraction of skeletal muscle

99.

Cyanosis usually is the result of a reduction in _____.

a)

melanin

b)

hemoglobin

c)

oxygen levels

d)

the number of blood vessels

100.

A _____ is a procedure that uses skin from a deceased person to treat a burned area.

a)

autograft

b)

homograft

c)

granulation tissue

d)

deep partial-thickness graft

101.

The skin can be considered an organ as well as a system.

a)

true

b)

false

102.

Epidermal cells usually grow and divide from the upper layers of the skin and migrate towards the dermis.

a)

true

b)

false

103.

There are usually no blood vessels in the epidermis.

a)

true

b)

false

104.

The cells in the epidermis are only comprised of stratified squamous epithelial cells.

a)

true

b)

false

105.

The subcutaneous region has adipose cells that help insulate the body from heat as well as cold.

a)

true

b)

false

106.

Most accessory structures found within the dermis are actually of epidermal origin.

a)

true

b)

false

107.

Hairs are non-cellular structures comprised of compacted chemicals such as keratin.

a)

true

b)

false

108.

Sebaceous glands are only associated with hair follicles and do not exist alone by themselves.

a)

true

b)

false

109.

Dr. Hartman has diagnosed Peter Griffin as obese because he has large amounts of subcutaneous and tissue fat. This:

a)

Slows down healing because fat tissue is more prone to infection

b)

Slows down healing because fat tissue has fewer blood vessels

c)

Slows down healing because fat tissue is more difficult to suture

d)

all of the above

110.

Who of the following is the most at risk for a pressure ulcer:

a)

Peter Griffin, because of his obesity

b)

Mayor Adam West, because of minor brain impairment

c)

Joe Swanson, because he is a paraplegic

d)

The evil monkey, because he is an evil monkey

111.

People with albinism have a defect in tyrosinase, an oxidase that helps to control skin pigment production. In what epidermal layer is tyrosinase active?

a)

Stratum lucidum

b)

Stratum granulosum

c)

Stratum basale

d)

Stratum spinosum

112.

The integumentary system is made up of...

a)

hair

b)

valves

c)

skin

d)

nails

e)

muscle

113.

The protein that is found in skin and makes up the hair and nails...

a)

myosin

b)

keratin

c)

hemoglobin

d)

tubulin

114.

You can find hair all over the body including on your lips.

a)

true

b)

false

115.

Hair does not grow on the palms of your hands and the soles of your feet.

a)

true

b)

false

116.

Which of the following are functions of hair? Check all that apply.

a)

immune defense

b)

protection

c)

compliments

d)

dietary aid

e)

warmth

117.

A group of epidermal cells at the bottom of a tube, from which hair develops...

a)

hair follicle

b)

root

c)

arrector pili

d)

keratinocytes

118.

This region of hair is known as the dead, visible portion...

a)

bulb

b)

shaft

c)

root

119.

This region of hair is known as the living portion within the follicle...

a)

bulb

b)

shaft

c)

root

120.

This region of hair is known as the large base of the root...

a)

bulb

b)

shaft

c)

root

121.

What is the name of the muscle associated with each hair?

a)

sebaceous gland

b)

bicep

c)

pectoralis major

d)

arrector pili

122.

The function of the arrector pili is to...

a)

keep hair silky smooth

b)

pull hair up to help keep organism warm

c)

provide nutrients to hair

d)

stretch the hair so it straightens

123.

The scalp, hair, and eyebrows provide protection from the...

(a)  

124.

Your nostril hair and eyelashes protect you from...

a)

bad fragrances

b)

genetic baldness

c)

airborne particles

d)

a decrease in body temperature

125.

What is the growth period for scalp hair?

a)

3-4 months

b)

5-8 months

c)

9 months-1 year

d)

2-4 years

126.

What is the growth period for eyelashes?

a)

3-4 months

b)

5-8 months

c)

9 months-1 year

d)

2-4 years

127.

_________ is an autoimmune disorder that may result in irreplaceable hair loss.

a)

alpaca

b)

adipose

c)

alopecia

d)

allegory

128.

Genetic baldness inherited from family (especially male pattern baldness) is one reason why hair might not be replaced.

a)

true

b)

false

129.

The amount and type of pigments in the epidermal melanocytes determines...

a)

skin color

b)

hair texture

c)

hair color

d)

skin texture

130.

Nail originate from this area...

a)

shaft

b)

bulb

c)

root

d)

follicle

131.

The reason why it doesn't hurt to cut your hair and nails is because there are no (a)   in the part we cut.

132.

made of epithelial cells, dead cells are constantly being lost while new cells are made at the base of the epidermis

a)

epidermis

b)

dermis

c)

hypodermis

133.

made of connective tissue and also contains blood vessels, nerves, muscles, and other accessory organs

a)

epidermis

b)

dermis

c)

hypodermis

134.

layer of mostly fat, or adipose tissue

a)

epidermis

b)

dermis

c)

hypodermis

135.

Where is the epidermis the thickest?

a)

arms and legs

b)

palms and soles

c)

stomach and back

d)

head and chest

136.

Where is the epidermis the thinnest?

a)

ears

b)

knuckles

c)

kneecaps

d)

eyelids

137.

There are ____ types of cells of the epidermis.

a)

3

b)

4

c)

5

d)

6

138.

Select the cells of the epidermis...

a)

keratinocytes

b)

melanocytes

c)

Merkel cells

d)

Langerhans cells

139.

These function in touch...

a)

keratinocytes

b)

melanocytes

c)

Merkel cells

d)

Langerhans cells

140.

These contribute to skin color and help protect from UV rays of sun...

a)

keratinocytes

b)

melanocytes

c)

Merkel cells

d)

Langerhans cells

141.

These function in immunity...

a)

keratinocytes

b)

melanocytes

c)

Merkel cells

d)

Langerhans cells

142.

These protect the tissues underneath...

a)

keratinocytes

b)

melanocytes

c)

Merkel cells

d)

Langerhans cells

143.

A build-up of skin cells is known as a...

a)

callus or corn

b)

blister

144.

A build-up of tissue fluid between layers of the epidermis is known as a...

a)

callus or corn

b)

blister

145.

Intense friction can cause a blister.

a)

true

b)

false

146.

Friction or pressure on a certain area of skin can result in a callus or corn.

a)

true

b)

false

147.

The function of a _________ is to protect the reproducing cells of the epidermis.

a)

melanocyte

b)

corn

c)

blister

d)

gland

148.

Genetics and the amount of different types of tissue determines skin color.

a)

true

b)

false

149.

Melanin, carotene, and hemoglobin are three (a)   pigments.

150.

The color pigment of melanin...

a)

yellow

b)

pink

c)

black/brown

151.

The color pigment of carotene...

a)

yellow

b)

pink

c)

black/brown

152.

The color pigment of hemoglobin...

a)

yellow

b)

pink

c)

black/brown

153.

Melanin is to melanocytes as hemoglobin is to...

a)

dermis

b)

blood vessels

c)

sebaceous glands

d)

hemocytes

154.

Melanocytes are found in the epidermis, dermis, and hair follicles.

a)

true

b)

false

155.

Melanocytes protect skin by absorbing (a)   light.

156.

This binds the epidermis to the tissues underneath, enabling skin to be tough and flexible...

a)

epidermis

b)

dermis

c)

adipose

d)

hypodermis

157.

Besides skin tissue, what else is found in the dermis? Check all that apply.

a)

smooth muscle

b)

glands

c)

hair follicles

d)

skeletal muscle

158.

The two jobs of hair follicles in the dermis are to nourish cells and regulate body temperature.

a)

true

b)

false

159.

Accessory organs assist other organs in functioning. In this system they include hair follicles and hair, sebaceous glands, and sweat glands.

a)

true

b)

false

160.

Sebaceous gland secrete _______ which keeps the hair and surrounding skin soft and pliable.

a)

conditioner

b)

moisturizer

c)

serum

d)

sebum

161.

Sebaceous gland are located everywhere on the body.

a)

true

b)

false

162.

A sweat gland is also an eccrine gland.

a)

true

b)

false

163.

Sweat glands are located almost everywhere. They are especially prevalent on the palms of our hands and the soles of our feet.

a)

true

b)

false

164.

This gland excretes waste (water, salt, urea, uric acid) and regulates heat through the evaporation of perspiration.

a)

sebaceous

b)

sweat

165.

Another name for the ________ is the subcutaneous layer.

a)

epidermis

b)

hypodermis

c)

dermis

166.

The function of adipose tissue...

a)

heat insulator

b)

food supply

c)

nourish cells

d)

absorb UV light

167.

________ form in the womb and are caused by the pull of the elastic fibers in the dermis on the tissue of the epidermis.

a)

teeth

b)

heartstrings

c)

fingerprints

d)

toe beans

168.

Three characteristic shapes found in fingerprints...

a)

arches

b)

whirls

c)

loops

d)

whorls

e)

swirls

169.

Identical twins with the same DNA do not have the same fingerprints because...

a)

identical twins do have the same DNA and fingerprints- they're identical!

b)

fingerprints are influenced by embryonic fluid, not by genetics

170.

Check all that apply. The integumentary system...

a)

helps you sense the environment through touch

b)

forms vitamin D when exposed to the sun

c)

prevents infection and water loss via its protective covering

d)

regulates body temperature through blood vessels and shivering/perspiring